Intervention Specialist, Part-time; FTE

Intervention Specialist, Part-time (0.5 FTE)

Beachwood City School District FAIRMOUNT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER - Beachwood, Ohio

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2025

The Beachwood City School District has an opening for a Part-time Intervention Specialist (0.5 FTE) for the  School Year.

Fairmount Early Childhood Center

Start Date:
August 20, 2026

BEACHWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position:
PreK-12 Intervention Specialist

Reports to:
Director of Pupil Services and HR/Building Principal

Employment Status:
Beachwood Federation of Teachers (BFT) Contract

Position Summary

• The Intervention Specialist is responsible for the planning and delivery of special education academic instruction to students on Individual Education Plans (IEP), management of classroom activities and behavior, and communicating with parents and staff related to student growth and achievement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education
• Current Ohio Department of Education Teaching License
• Certification as an Intervention Specialist K-12 mild/moderate or moderate/intensive
• Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) designation in all subject areas
• Meet all health requirements mandated by law
• Satisfactory completion of the BCII and FBI background check
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle license

Instructional Planning

• Design instructional lessons & goals using appropriate resources and knowledge of students’ skills, knowledge, language proficiency, learning styles and special needs to effectively present learning objectives and achieve desired outcomes
• Create lessons & unit structures that support the instructional outcomes, engage students in meaningful learning and are varied and appropriate to the students’ IEP
• Maintain current, accurate daily/weekly lesson plans that align with state standards and the District’s adopted courses of curriculum goals; ensure plans are available for substitute teachers when necessary
• Develop and implement IEP, 504 and/or other interventions for assigned students meeting eligibility requirements with input from parents, caseworkers, teachers and others involved in special education program development
• Develop appropriate formative assessments to provide accurate and meaningful data to inform instruction and to adjust curriculum / instructional methods as necessary to enhance student learning
• Effectively collaborate with colleagues to effectively incorporate research-based, exemplary instructional practices in the classroom
• Consult with regular education teacher concerning modifications, adaptations or alternate assignments in regular education classes for special education students

Instruction and Assessment

• Communicate clear and accurate directions, procedures and explanation of the purpose of the lesson or unit (verbal and written)
• Engage students in learning through the use of effective questioning and discussion techniques and providing appropriate feedback; ensure participation of all students in classroom discussion
• Create activities and group assignments appropriate to students cognitive abilities and the instructional purpose of the lesson; ensure the structure and pace is appropriate for all students
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness in adjustments to lessons, student questions and strategies to approach; resolve student difficulties in mastering instructional objectives and concepts
• Analyze student assessment data and standardized test scores to examine the effectiveness of the curriculum in addressing the learning needs of all students and implement appropriate changes
• Create an environment of respect and rapport by modeling appropriate behavior and managing student behavior accordingly; implement disciplinary consequences when warranted
• Maintain a safe environment for all students using CPI techniques if warranted
• Establish a culture of high expectations for student learning, achievement and pride in their work & accomplishments
• Create routines and transitions to minimize loss of instructional time and keep students focused and on track
• Manage physical classroom space, instructional materials and classroom procedures for safety and efficiency
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